Alarm and Detection Lead/Project Manager
Job Description
Beach Lake Sprinkler Fire Protection Services, a subsidiary of Davis-Ulmer Sprinkler Company, was founded in 1992 and is a well-rounded fire protection company with two offices: Beach Lake, PA and Brooksville, FL. We excel in new construction, renovation, retrofit, and service work for warehouse, distribution, pharmaceutical, hospital, nursing home, industrial, residential and retail markets.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to add an Alarm and Detection Lead / Project Manager will oversee the installation, programming, service, and quality control of alarm, detection, video surveillance, and access control systems across commercial and residential projects. This role requires strong technical abilities, proven leadership experience and the capability to manage projects from planning through completion. The Lead/PM also ensures compliance with safety standards, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, and provides expert guidance to technicians in the field.
As part of the Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.
Why Choose Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies?
- Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay rates for experienced professionals, ensuring your skills are recognized and rewarded appropriately.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy an industry-leading benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and additional perks, ensuring your health and well-being are taken care of.
- Strength of the Family: The Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, with over 30 locations across the East Coast and Midwest, epitomizes the strength of a team-first mindset. Embracing a culture of collaboration, we unite to share knowledge, resources, and best practices across our network of branches. This collective approach strengthens us as a cohesive group, amplifying our impact far beyond what any individual business unit could achieve alone.
- Backed by APi Group: As a subsidiary of APi Group, a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar corporation headquartered in Minnesota, we provide the financial stability and support needed for success. Benefit from world-class training and leadership development opportunities, backed by a powerhouse in the Fire Life Safety & Security industry.
- Long-Term Career Relationships: Many of our employees have been with us for 20+ years! We believe in investing in the right people, fostering enduring professional relationships that benefit both individuals and the company alike. Join us and become part of a community where your dedication is recognized and valued for the long term.
- Values Match: We prioritize hiring individuals whose values align with ours. Our commitment to value-driven recruitment is a cornerstone of our People/Talent Development Operating Code.
DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To protect what people value most."
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise installation and service teams, providing daily direction, mentorship, scheduling, and quality oversight.
- Manage all phases of fire alarm, security, and detection projects, including planning, resource allocation, documentation, and customer communication.
- Independently install, program, and troubleshoot wired/wireless alarm systems, IP and analog surveillance cameras, and access control solutions.
- Ensure system functionality through configuration, programming, device testing, and adherence to project specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee low voltage wiring design, routing, termination, labeling, and cable management to maintain professional installation standards.
- Perform and direct systematic testing, diagnosis, and resolution of system and device faults in the field.
- Conduct client system turnovers, including training end users and providing operational support.
- Maintain accurate and complete project documentation (as‑builts, device lists, test reports, programming records, service documents).
- Coordinate closely with project managers, sales teams, GC’s, and other trades to ensure timelines, deliverables, and quality standards are met.
- Promote and enforce safe work practices, industry standards, electrical codes, and company policies on all job sites.
- Manage company tools, inventory, and fleet readiness for assigned technicians.
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Requirements
- Proven leadership or supervisory experience (minimum 3–5 years) within fire alarm, security, or low‑voltage installation environments.
- Strong technical expertise in alarm systems, detection, video surveillance, and/or access control installation and service.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings, riser diagrams, floor plans, and wiring schematics.
- Proficiency in low voltage wiring practices, terminations, cable management, and labeling.
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, PoE, switches, routers) as they relate to system connectivity.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to guide technicians through complex field problems.
- Strong communication, leadership, and customer‑facing skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to perform physical job duties including climbing ladders, lifting equipment, and working in various environments.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites in the Merrimack area.
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)
- FASA/BASA certification (or willingness to obtain).
- State or manufacturer certifications for alarm, access control, or video platforms.
- Experience managing multiple crews or leading complex multi-system projects.
- Advanced networking knowledge, including VLANs, VPNs, remote access, and QoS configurations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Office environment – moderate noise
- Construction job sites – moderate to heavy noise, uneven ground, subject to all types of weather, may be subject to heights
- Ability to maneuver in restricted, poorly lit spaces
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
